Elementary Algebra

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285194055
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-405-9

Chapter 7 - Algebraic Fractions - 7.3 - Adding and Subtracting Algebraic Fractions - Concept Quiz 7.3 - Page 290: 2

Answer

True

Work Step by Step

For any fraction, as long as the denominators are the same, the fraction can be combined via addition or subtraction. However, the least common denominator is the most convenient because it makes the numbers not as large, thus making the problem easier to solve.
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